Purpose: To research and write about an early childhood education issue that you see as important to early
childhood education
Directions: Issues in early childhood education are vast and constantly changing. Your task is to write a brief
research paper designed to go into greater depth about either a topic that you see as important to early
childhood education. (You can use a topic already discussed or choose one of your own)
You will have to make an argument about why this topic is an issue and provide references for an outsider to
access greater information. Your paper should be between three to five pages in length (not including title
page and reference page) and include the following information:
A • Title page
A • Introduction paragraph
À• Discuss why the topic is an aCœissue€ in early childhood and your position on this issue
À• Body of paper
À• Provide at least three supporting evidence explanations regarding your issue (support with evidence and
cite your sources)
À• Provide at least one opposing view regarding your issue
À• Concluding paragraph -(does not simply restate the thesis, but readdresses it in light of the evidence
provided).
A• Reference page
Here is some useful information about writing an argumentative essay paperLinks to an external site.
* *This paper needs to follow APA guidelines and include a title page, reference page, double-spaced, 1-inch
margins, Times New Roman 12 pt.
This paper will be turned in through âfœTurnâCitaCin.†This will ensure that you are not plagiarizing. You
must cite your statements. If you are unsure how to cite, please review APA referencing and citations. Click
here for a short APA reference and citation guide
- For additional information, go to the Purdue Owl's websiteLinks to an external site.. You will be graded on
grammar and spelling, so proofread your work.
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